2006 Renault Clio vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (194 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 365 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Clio (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Renault | Wartburg |
Model | Clio | 311 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 215 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5550 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |